I'm not sure I'm the best person to guide you. Moreover, I'm uncertain if anyone truly is. It seems to me there are very limited avenues when it comes to making a living in this field. While I might be overlooking some, the following paths are the ones that stand out to me:

• Independent researcher
• Journalist, Author, etc., writing about the topic
• Podcaster, YouTuber, etc., discussing the topics
• Military or Private Contractor working hands-on

Given the background you provided, I see two potential paths: working with a private contractor or as an independent researcher.

The route of the private contractor seems unpredictable and not very reliable. This topic may be an open secret, but you can't just walk into establishments like Raytheon or Lockheed and ask about a job related to UAP. While these entities might be withholding information or materials, they aren't openly admitting to it.

Thus, I believe the most reliable path, one that you would have control over, is to investigate on your own. You can review videos on MUFON or other platforms, conduct your own independent analyses, and then share your findings. Furthermore, MUFON is consistently on the lookout for field investigators. This could be a dependable way for you to delve into this field of study, starting from the ground up.

Hope this was somewhat useful. Best of luck.